Pasta Straws! | Seagull Steals $21 Roll: Malibu Year In Review

MALIBU, CA — Malibu had a busy year. As 2019 comes to a close, Patch is looking back on the stories that got readers talking.

From a seagull nabbing a Pepperdine professor's pricey sandwich, to cliff rescues and new store openings, Malibu saw a variety of news this year.

Here are 10 of the top stories in Malibu this year:

Pasta Straws! How Malibu Restaurant Creatively Avoids Plastic

Want some penne with your piña colada? One restaurant got creative after Malibu's plastic straw, stirrer and cutlery ban went into effect.

Seagull Photobombs Tourist, Steals $21.50 Lobster Roll

A Pepperdine professor was photobombed by a hungry seagull while taking pictures of her first lobster roll in Maine.

Adapting, Learning And Soul-Searching: Reflecting On Woolsey Fire

Woolsey Fire Anniversary Series: A community is forever changed by the largest blaze in county history, a harbinger of the catastrophic fire era.

Dog Rescued After Falling 30-Feet Down Abandoned Well In Malibu

The pup was taken to a veterinarian to be examined after firefighters completed the rescue.

Fred Segal Malibu To Host Grand Opening

The event will feature margaritas by Casamigos, sweet treats by Sweet Laurel Bakery, coffee by Café Luxxe, live music and more.

Mom And Child Rescued From Cliff In Malibu

The pair were hiking at Point Dume State Beach when they got stuck on a cliff 50 feet above the ocean.

See Inside Lady Gaga's Malibu Home That Inspired New Movie

The estate, which includes a secret lair and bowling alley, is where Bradley Cooper and the singer first met to discuss "A Star Is Born."

Parolee Charged With Killing Camper In Malibu Creek State Park

Tristan Beaudette was shot and killed while camping with his daughters in Malibu Creek State Park last summer.

Whole Foods Market To Open New Malibu Location

Opening day celebrations on June 12 will include samples from local vendors, music and giveaways.

Actor Michael Madsen Arrested On Suspicion Of DUI In Malibu

Madsen, whose credits include "Kill Bill" and "Reservoir Dogs," was previously arrested in 2012 on suspicion of DUI in Malibu.